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South Florida Council
PRESENTS THE 2016
WEBELOS JAMBOREE
Indian Lore
November 4th, 5th & 6th, 2016
CAMP ELMORE
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Revised September 29th, 2016
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Table of Contents
Welcome from the Chief ..........................................................................................................................................4 Where is Camp Elmore? ..........................................................................................................................................5 What to Expect Before the Jamboree and Upon Arrival .........................................................................................7 Jamboree Staff 2016 ................................................................................................................................................8
Jamboree Past Chiefs ...............................................................................................................................................9 Schedule of Events .................................................................................................................................................10 Advance Registration .............................................................................................................................................11 Adult Leader Cracker-barrel ..................................................................................................................................12 Rotation Schedule ..................................................................................................................................................13
Webelos Jamboree Activities List .........................................................................................................................14 WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award ....................................................................................................15
Chariot Race...........................................................................................................................................................16
Gateway Competition & Evaluation ......................................................................................................................17
Campsite Evaluation ..............................................................................................................................................18 Saturday Night Campfire .......................................................................................................................................19 Scouts’ Own & Closing Ceremony........................................................................................................................19
Check In Procedures ..............................................................................................................................................20 SATURDAY REGISTRATION ............................................................................................................................20
Information/Lost & Found .....................................................................................................................................20 Check Out Procedures............................................................................................................................................21 Appendix ................................................................................................................................................................22
Awards List ............................................................................................................................................................23 Gateway Evaluation Criteria ..................................................................................................................................24
Campsite Evaluation Criteria .................................................................................................................................25
Campfire Do’s & Don’ts ......................................................................................................................................26 Jamboree Ground rules ..........................................................................................................................................27 2016 WEBELOS Jamboree Registration Form .....................................................................................................31 2016 WEBELOS Jamboree ...................................................................................................................................32 Den Registration Form ...........................................................................................................................................32 Camp Elmore Map .................................................................................................................................................33
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Welcome from the Chief
For over 25 years the Webelos Jamboree was held in the South Florida Council. Many adult scouters share fond memories of these great campouts. For 10 years the program disappeared, to be brought back to life in 2014. We want to build on the success established the past two years. Our activity is designed with the interests of the older boy in mind, in keeping with the new Webelos program
This year’s theme is “Indian Lore”. Let’s celebrate the 31st
anniversary of the Webelos Jamboree. We want to help introduce Webelos Scouts and adults alike to the new Webelos program that was presented to us last year. There are a lot of exciting changes and the Webelos Jamboree staff wants to ensure you have a great program this year and beyond.
It promises to be a fun weekend with lots of activities, while affording the boys as well as parents, exposure to what Boy Scouting is all about. The transition Webelos/Arrow of Light, to Boy Scout will be on showcase.
Hoping you take advantage of this great opportunity, I remain; David “Mr. D” Dreibelbis 2016 Webelos Jamboree Chief
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Where is Camp Elmore?
Camp Elmore
3551 SW 142nd Avenue
Davie, Florida 33330
From the North:
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+ Taking I-95: Go South on I-95 to I-595 West, Go West on I-595 to I-75 South, Go South on I-75
to Griffin Road Exit. Go East (Left) on Griffin Road. Go past stoplight (Volunteer Road) Take next
left, sign says to Orange Drive. Cross bridge and turn right on Orange Drive. Go east to South
West 142 Avenue. Go North (Left) on South West 142 Avenue. Camp Elmore will be second
entrance on your left.
+ Taking Turnpike: Go South on Turnpike to I-595 West, Go West on I-595 to I-75 South, Go
South on I-75 to Griffin Road Exit. Go East (Left) on Griffin Road. Go past stoplight (Volunteer
Road) Take next left, sign says to Orange Drive. Cross bridge and turn right on Orange
Drive. Go east to South West 142 Avenue. Go North (Left) on South West 142 Avenue. Camp
Elmore will be second entrance on your left.
From the South:
+ Taking Turnpike: Go North on Turnpike to I-75 North, Go North on I-75 to Griffin Road Exit. Go
East on Griffin Road. Go past stoplight (Volunteer Road) Take next left, sign says to Orange Drive.
Cross bridge and turn right on Orange Drive. Go east to South West 142 Avenue. Go North (Left)
on South West 142 Avenue. Camp Elmore will be second entrance on your left.
From the East:
+ Taking I-595: Go West on I-595 to I-75 South, Go South on I-75 to Griffin Road Exit. Go East
(Left) on Griffin Road. Go past stoplight (Volunteer Road) Take next left, sign says to
Orange Drive. Cross bridge and turn right on Orange Drive. Go east to South West 142 Avenue. Go
North (Left) on South West 142 Avenue. Camp Elmore will be second entrance on your left.
From the West:
Taking I-75: Go North/South on I-75 to Griffin Road Exit. Go East on Griffin Road. Go past
stoplight (Volunteer Road) Take next left, sign says to Orange Drive. Cross bridge and turn right
on Orange Drive. Go east to South West 142 Avenue. Go North (Left) on South West 142 Avenue.
Camp Elmore will be second entrance on your left.
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What to Expect Before the Jamboree and Upon Arrival
EXPECT TO HAVE FUN!!!!
Expect to contact the Webelos Jamboree team before the event with any ‘special needs and/or concerns’
(i.e. accessibility for handicapped participants; issues with trailer, etc.)
Expect to read this handbook completely.
Expect that Camp Elmore will open on Fri. Nov 4th at 4 PM for check-in. The unit leader must check in
and will receive their campsite assignment at that time. Please inform your Cub Scouts’ parents that they
cannot individually check-in and they CANNOT just drop their child off and leave. All Cub Scouts must be
supervised at all times.
Expect that ALL UNITS MUST check in at the Registration Site in order to:
Finalize registration counts and payments (you must have proof of payment).
Pick up any handout items
Register your dens/patrols and receive their rotation assignments
Expect limited vehicular access to the campsites (with passes only). Each Pack will have only one pass
allotted to them to allow for equipment drop-off. We are expecting 100’s of Cub Scouts and Scouters to
attend the event and we want to provide a safe environment for all. When finished, the returning vehicle
must return pass back to registration area and registration (and only registration) will be allowed to give
the pass to another vehicle in the unit.
Expect that no vehicles will be allowed to park at the campsite, all vehicles must be parked in the main
parking lot. The interior parking lot is designated for staff and handicapped parking. Unit trailers will not be
allowed in the campsites. There will be a designated parking area for unit trailers.
Expect that each Pack should be prepared to cook their own meals,
Expect that the boys will not complete any “Adventure” this weekend. However, a detailed list of the partial
advancement covered will be available in page 14 of this guidebook.
Expect to HAVE FUN!!!
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Jamboree Staff 2016 PLEASE REACH OUT TO US IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
WEBELOS Jamboree Chief 2016: David “Mr. D” Dreibelbis (305)281-5276 [email protected]
1st Vice Chief: Fred Kimball (786) 385-3832 [email protected]
2nd Vice Chief: Michelle Ballinger (305)582-0895 [email protected]
3rd Vice Chief: TBD
Council Advisors: Cliff Freiwald (305) 364-0020 ext. 213 [email protected]
Hurricane District Executive Cody Loucks (305) 364-0020 ext. 234
Past Chief 2015 Tom Fretch (786) 356-6903 [email protected]
Past Chief 2014 Connie Ryan: (305) 793-0214 [email protected]
Past Chief 1978 Stanley Leskin
Scout Executive: Brick Huffman (305) 364-0020
First Aid: Crew 911
Campfire set up: O-Shot-Caw Lodge 265
Service Units Crew 815
Troop 175
Troop 599
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Jamboree Past Chiefs
Many thanks go out to those Chiefs who have led the way, given so many hours of their time to insure the
success of the Jamboree over the past 30 Jamboree’s and have been there to advise.
1st 1978
Stanley Leskin
2nd 1979 Claudia Hite
3rd 1980 Bob Linsterom
4th 1981 Augie Saavedra
5th 1982 John Oropesa
6th 1983 Arnold Velazquez, Sr.
7th 1984 Luis Cruz
8th 1985 Dan Lavrich
9th 1986 Dan Lavrich
10th 1987 John Marxen
11th 1988 Ed Coleman
12th 1989 Jimmy Piccirillo
13th 1990 David Dreibelbis
14th 1991 Jim Forbes
15th 1992 Dusty Melton
16th 1993 Anthony Ramirez
17th 1994 Mickey Muse
18th 1995 Carlos Moreno
19th 1996 John P. Vajanyi, Jr
20th 1997 Randy Besley
21st 1998 Peter Olloqui
22nd 1999 Barry Schwartzman
23rd 2000 Lorri Rudasill
24th 2001 Lenny Schiffman
25th 2002 Roger Turner
26TH 2003 Matt Kinsey
27th 2004 Terry Cooney
28th 2005 John Fritz
29th 2014 Connie Ryan
30th 2015
Tom Fretch
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Schedule of Events
Friday, November 4th 4:00 PM Headquarters open for Check In; Set up Campsites
10:00 PM Stop work on Gateways - halted till morning.
10:00 PM TAPS – All Cub Scouts in campsites and LIGHTS OUT
10:00 PM Cracker barrel – Main Registration Area (Adult Leaders & Senior Scout
Staff ONLY) Major informational meeting. Each unit must send a
representative.
Saturday, November 5th 6:00 AM Cooks up and breakfast readied. Work on Gateways may resume.
6:30 AM Breakfast served in campsites
7:30 AM Headquarters re-opens
8:00 AM All Gateway action comes to a stop
8:30 AM OPENING CEREMONY-Class “B” uniform (Activities field)
9:00 AM Activities begin
12:00 PM Lunch in your campsites
1:00 PM Skit auditions
2:00 PM Activities resume
5:00 PM Turn in of DEN Scorecards
5:00 PM Dinner and Free time
7:15 PM Campfire Parade (Class “A”)
7:30 PM Campfire
10:00 PM TAPS – All Cub Scouts in campsites and LIGHTS OUT
10:00 PM Cracker barrel – Main Registration Area (Adult Leaders & Senior Scout
Staff ONLY)
Sunday, November 6th 6:30 AM Cooks up & cooking
7:00 AM Breakfast in campsite
8:30 AM Scouts’ Own (Class “A”)
9:00 AM Awards and Closing Ceremony
10:00 AM Clean up and break camp
♦♦♦Please Note that this is a sample schedule. You will receive a schedule Friday night when
you check in, and they will be available Saturday morning.
When your campsite is cleared and clean, send a runner to headquarters that will send someone
to inspect your site. Once done, he/she will radio registration to have your WEBELOS Jamboree
Packet containing your units’ patches, ribbons, etc. released. Send a runner with your checkout
sheet to headquarters to pick up your packet.
Have a safe drive home
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Advance Registration
Advance registration is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. In addition to saving the Pack a
few dollars, advance registration is essential for the staff to properly plan an event the size of the
WEBELOS Jamboree.
Advance registration is as simple as counting up the number of individuals that will be
attending and then submitting the appropriate fees. In addition, units registering in advance will
be given priority in patch distribution.
Please use the ADVANCE REGISTRATION FORM in the back of this handbook.
FOR FASTEST RESULTS AND TO GUARANTEE PATCHES FOR ALL OF YOUR
CUB SCOUTS REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.SFCBSA.ORG
Registration forms can be turned in at South Florida Council 15255 NW 82 Ave, Miami
Lakes, FL 33016.
The advance registration fee is $15 per person camping (Cub Scouts & Scouters).
Anyone registering after Monday, October 24th will be charged $20.00 per person
REGARDLESS of any prior advance registration submitted by your unit. Any walk-up
campers will be charged $30 per person. Day visitors will be charged $10 per person in
advance or $15 person after Monday, October 24th. Walk-Up day use participants will be
charged $20 per person. Unfortunately, late and walk-up registrants are not guaranteed a
patch. To assist in obtaining the correct amount of patches for the event a unit registration
form is attached to this leaders guide. This does not guarantee you a patch if you register
late. However, it will assist the staff to be able to order the correct amount of patches.
Please make sure to email the form to [email protected] as soon as possible
IF YOU register at the Tatham Scout Service Center, please remember to save your
receipt and bring it with you to the registration site at the Jamboree. REMEMBER, if you don’t
have YOUR RECEIPT, and we do NOT have any PAYMENT RECORD, THEN YOU WILL
HAVE TO REGISTER AND PAY AGAIN.
Also, please remember that all unit representatives must stop by the registration site at the
Jamboree after your unit arrives. At that time you will turn in your Den Registration Form
(available in the back of the handbook) and then you will receive your den’s rotation for the
Saturday events. Please DO NOT turn in your Den Registration Form with your Advance
Registration, as you will have to fill it out again.
Any questions or special arrangement needs should be directed to the Jamboree 2nd Vice
Chief.
If you need to make any special arrangements please contact
Cliff Freiwald at (305) 364-0020 or [email protected]
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Adult Leader Cracker-barrel
The Adult Leader Cracker barrel is a gathering of the adult leaders in attendance at the Webelos
Jamboree and is primarily intended to allow the Jamboree staff to provide essential information
about the upcoming Jamboree program.
Cracker barrel is designed to be 90 % information and fellowship and only 10 % food.
There will be a Cracker barrel held on both Friday and Saturday night at 10:00 PM at the Main
Registration Area. Every unit must be represented.
At the Friday and Saturday night Cracker barrel, we ask that all units
Send at least one but no more than two representatives
Do Not Bring Cub Scouts
Please arrive by 10:00 PM. We have a lot of important information to give, and we need
to start on time.
Friday night’s Cracker barrel will concentrate on the schedule for Saturday, the event rotation,
plan for the Parade to the Campfire on Saturday night, and the Campfire itself.
Saturday night’s Cracker barrel will focus on Sunday’s schedule for Scouts’ Own, the Awards
Presentation, and check out procedures. Adult recognition will be presented at this time.
Please allow the Jamboree Staff to deal with individual unit issues at times OUTSIDE of Cracker
barrel. We will be available throughout the evening including before and after Cracker barrel.
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Rotation Schedule
In order to properly schedule a large number of WEBELOS Scouts through as many
events as possible, each WEBELOS Den will be assigned to a unique rotation schedule. It is
important that each den follow the schedule rather than just wandering around the Jamboree. If
for any reason we need to locate your unit for questions or an emergency, we will have an idea of
where you are. Please DO NOT just show up at events on Saturday.
Rotation Summary • Rotation Schedule assigned by den at check in Friday Night
• All participants will be assigned a unique wristband to be worn ALL weekend
• Please stick to your rotation schedule and don’t just show up at something you think
you would like to see or do.
• Attendance at the sessions will not be enough to complete the Webelos Adventures.
They are a way of exposing the Cub Scouts to a variety of different activities.
• Please do not skip any of the sessions. Scouting is about service to others. If you have
already done a similar activity please help those other Cub Scouts that may not be as
familiar as you.
• Activities will run from 9am until Noon, and 2pm until 5:00 pm. There are a total of
12 rotations. Units should be able to complete 6 in the morning and 6 in the
afternoon. Each session will last 25 minutes with 5 minutes to arrive at the next
station.
Please remember this is not an advancement based event. We want to give the Webelos an
exposure to Boy Scout type knowledge and activities as well as having fun! Those running
activities will not be signing off in handbooks. Advancements will be learned. However, the
responsibility for ensuring the Cub Scout has mastered the knowledge will fall on the units
themselves.
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Webelos Jamboree Activities List
Below is a list of advancements and activities that are planned for the event. This list is subject to
change. However, we will do our best to ensure that all the below activities are covered at the
Jamboree.
Webelos Adventures Planned First Responder
o 2e: Show what to do for the hurry cases of first aid: Poisoning The three C’s,
F.A.S.T, Helping a choking victim.
o 5g: Demonstrate that you know how to treat for Venomous snakebites. (venom
team)
Webelos Walkabout
o 5. Recite the outdoor Code and the Leave no Trace Principles for kids from memory.
Talk about how you can demonstrate them on your Webelos adventures.
Cast Iron Chef
o Box Oven, Solar Oven, Foil Cooking, and using a Dutch Oven.
Arrow of Light Adventures Planned Building a Better World
o 1. Explain the history of the U.S. flag. Show how to properly display the flag in
public, and help lead a flag ceremony.
Camper (mystery campsite)
o 2. On arrival at the campout, with your den and den leader or family, determine
where to setup your tent. Demonstrate knowledge on what makes a good campsite
and what makes a bad one. Set up your tent without help from an adult (Tent
setup should be done Friday night with your individual units)
Scouting Adventure
o 5a. Show how to tie a square knot, two half hitches, and a taut-line hitch. Explain
how each knot is used. (Webelos will also participate in a knot relay as part of this
event.)
Elective Adventures Planned: Engineer
o 4. Pick & do 2 projects using engineering skills you’ve learned. (Catapults)
Maestro
o 2a. Make a musical instrument. Play it for your family, den, or pack.
2b. Form a “band” with your den. Each member creates his own homemade
musical instrument. Perform for your pact at a pack meeting.
Fun non-advancement Activities Planned:
Slingshots
American Indian games
Chariot Race (1st through 3rd place ribbons will be awarded).
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WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award
Each den registered at the WEBELOS Jamboree will have the opportunity to earn the
WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award. The goal of this award is to encourage all dens
to fully participate in the WEBELOS Jamboree experience. The ribbon may be earned by
completely following the rules listed below:
1. Each den will receive their starting event card at the Friday night cracker barrel or
Saturday morning for packs not camping. This card will also serve as the WEBELOS
Activity Field Participation Award scorecard. One card will be available for each den
registered.
2. Each den member must list his full name on the card. PLEASE PRINT.
3. At each activity, the scorecard must be signed, initialed, or stamped by the staff member
running the event.
4. The den must complete assigned activities to be eligible for the award. (Actual number
will be assigned on Friday at Cracker Barrel)
Check scorecards because this number can change due to the number of activities.
5. The scorecard must be signed by the unit leader and turned into the special collection
boxes to be found at registration/headquarters no later than 6:00 PM Saturday
6. Attendance at the Scouts’ Own on Sunday is a required (MANDATORY) event to
receive the WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award.
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Chariot Race
The Chariot Race will be held as part of the event rotation in the morning and afternoon. The
Chariot Race event is a staple of the WEBELOS Jamboree. The race is completely described in
the Appendix.
There may be a need for run off races after everyone has had an opportunity to compete.
Please be sure to check at Saturday’s registration area around 4:30 PM to see if you need to
participate in a runoff.
The three fastest teams overall will receive awards.
Each team will consist of a maximum of five (5) WEBELOS Scouts. Only one (1) entry per
registered den will be allowed.
Each team will be given three (3) poles. Two (2) will be approximately eight (8) feet long and a
third will be approximately five (5) feet long. Each team will also be given three (3) 10’ lengths
of quarter-inch rope.
The team of WEBELOS must tie the poles together with the ropes to form a triangle, TOW BAR
or chariot... The ropes must be tied with knots and the poles cannot be held together with hands
alone at any time during the race. A five-second penalty will be added to the team’s score for
each rope he by hand rather than a knot. TWO CORNERS OF THE TRIANGLE FORMED BY THE POLES MUST BE TOUCHING THE
GROUND DRURING THE ENTIRE RACE.
Four WEBELOS will drag the chariot, with the fifth WEBELOS Scout standing on it. A course
will be designated and clearly marked. At the end of the race, each team will untie the knots and
dissemble the tow bar. Poles and ropes must be put back the same way they were found. The
ropes will be folded in half once, then twice, and then tied in an overhand knot. The wood and
rope must be replaced as it was found to stop the time clock.
The tow bar must be pulled along the ground and MAY NOT be carried. The Scout riding on the
crossbar must be on TOP of the chariot and the Cub Scouts pulling must keep their hands within
the painted marks.
If the tow bar falls apart, the WEBELOS Scouts must stop and retie it. If the rider falls off, the
team must stop, go back to the place where the rider fell off, get him back on and resume the
race. This is a teamwork event. You are competing against the clock! ♦NOTE: Knots of any kind
will be allowed. Lashings are not specifically required.
♦IF NEEDED, RUNOFF RACES WILL BE HELD AT APPROXIMATELY 4:00-5:00 PM…
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Gateway Competition & Evaluation
All packs are encouraged to have their Webelos build a gateway at their district campsite.
The Gateway Competition is intended to be fun, with gateways built by the Cub Scouts, adults
may verbally coach but the pioneering should be done by the youth.
The Jamboree staff are encouraging at least one Boy Scout Troop per district to attend
and assist the Webelos with understanding the Boy Scout methods and mentor Webelos with any
gateway or campsite building assistance that may be needed. Boy scouts are allowed to work
with Webelos to help coach them. However, the Boy Scouts are not allowed to do any of the
work on the Gateways or campsites. Work is to be completed by the Webelos.
The building period will end Friday at 10 PM. Building may commence at 6:00 AM on
Saturday and end at 8:00 AM. All materials needed must be provided by your Pack. No
harvesting of wood will be allowed in Camp Elmore. Additionally, unless previous arrangements
are made all pioneering materials will need to be transported out of camp on Sunday morning.
The Judges will be on site during the building and will judge the gateways on Saturday,
during the opening ceremony. The judges’ decisions will be final.
The main focus of this event is pioneering skills. Gateways will be scored on lashings,
working gate, flag placement etc.
Please bring a great attitude as well as all the supplies you need. A simple gateway will do.
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Campsite Evaluation
We encourage all Packs attending the Jamboree to participate in this event and show
everyone that your Pack can set up a model campsite.
The Jamboree staff will provide reviewers to evaluate each of the campsites as they are
set up by the opening ceremony on Saturday morning. The reviewers will be evaluating the
campsites based on the criteria included in the appendix of this handbook.
The Jamboree Committee recommends that Packs use “low impact” camping methods.
Fire should be used with one placed at the camp kitchen /cooking area and second in an easily
accessible area of the campsite. Two fire buckets per tent may be substituted.
Please encourage your Cub Scouts to use the patrol method during this event so that
they can understand the method used by Boy Scouts.
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Saturday Night Campfire
All WEBELOS Scouts and their leaders will march to the Campfire area on Saturday
evening. The Campfire will be located at the Amphitheater next to the aquatics pavilion. At
approximately 7:15 PM, each unit should line up in their Class “A” uniform in front of their
district gateway. DO NOT BRING ANY FLAGS. The Jamboree Team will coordinate the
exact time and path that units will take from their campsites to the Campfire. It is important for
all units to stay and sit together to prevent Cub Scouts from becoming separated in the dark. Cub
Scouts and adults should bring a flashlight/ headlight with them to the campfire.
Further instructions will be given at Friday night’s Cracker-barrel.
Skits are time honored tradition and favorite of Cub Scouts. Due to time constraints, we must
limit the number of campfire skits. Each Skit theme should be “Adventures in Scouting” and
could cover activities like backpacking, canoeing, hiking, swimming, etc.; no “grey areas” will
be allowed. Themes such as Indiana Jones or Bear Grylls would be appropriate as a few
suggestions. All skits must be previewed and approved by the Jamboree staff during the skit
auditions from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM.
Please refer to the Campfire Do’s and Don’ts in the Appendix.
Scouts’ Own & Closing Ceremony
A Scout is Reverent There will be a non-denominational worship service on Sunday morning at 8:30 AM. The
service will take place at the Amphitheater and will be conducted by Scouts from the OA (Order
of the Arrow). All Cub Scouts and their leaders are EXPECTED to attend. Dress will be Class
“A” uniform.
Attendance is mandatory and is so noted on your WEBELOS Activity Field Participation
Award scorecard, which must be signed and turned in attesting to your den’s attendance.
Immediately following the Scouts’ Own, we will proceed with the Closing Ceremony and the
presentation of awards.
There will be no checkouts or departures prior to the conclusion of the closing ceremony.
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Check In Procedures
Consult the map found on page 33 in this booklet to locate campsite.
Gear and Equipment Unit trailers are permitted to park outside each campsite gate. Please be mindful as you will be
sharing your campsite with other units that will need to park their trailers as well. Due to
campsite logistics it is strongly recommended that you load your trailer with as much personal
gear as possible to assist in fewer trips to your campsite. Camporee staff will have flatbed trailers
to assist in transporting your personal gear to your campsites. There will be a personal gear drop
off area east of the main parking lot. Each campsite number will be notated as well as the pre-
registered units that are assigned to that campsite. Please HAVE AN ADULT leave your gear in
the area you are assigned and your personal gear will be transported to your campsite for you.
Webelos and their families may then walk to your assigned campsite. Walk-In participants will
follow the same procedure. However, walk-in campsites are not pre-assigned and you will need
to come to headquarters to have one assigned for you.
Please ensure that you park in designated parking areas only. There will be staff on hand to direct
you to the appropriate location. No vehicles will be allowed to park in the campsite area.
No gear will be transported to your assigned campsite until a leader from
your unit checks in with registration with your accurate unit roster. This does
not necessarily have to be the Cubmaster or Committee Chair. Any adult may bring the
paperwork to headquarters.
Once you are sure of the numbers in your Pack, send one (1) leader to register your unit at the
Main Registration area.
Please be sure to bring your:
Den Registration Form completely filled in (DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM)
Proof of payment
You will receive:
Activity Map/Event Schedule
Activity Field Participation Award Scorecards
SATURDAY REGISTRATION
Units attending for the day on Saturday or those who are not camping Friday night will need to
follow the same process as above. If a unit is a day use participant they must provide their name
and proof of payment for the event to be able to enter. Please ensure that your unit arrives
together to ensure a quicker registration process.
Information/Lost & Found
Lost and found will be located at the Main Pavilion at Headquarters.
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Check Out Procedures
In order to ensure an orderly check out process, please observe the following guidelines:
The same rules that were followed on Friday night for vehicles in the campsite will be in
effect. Only one vehicle per Pack at a time in the campsites. Your cooperation will
ensure that no one gets hurt during this period.
Check out forms will be distributed at the Saturday night Cracker-barrel.
Do not begin to take your campsite down until AFTER the Closing Ceremony is
complete. No one will be allowed to check out until after the Closing Ceremony.
After your campsite is dismantled and all gear and trash has been removed, request a
campsite inspection at the registration/headquarters area. Once your campsite is
approved, bring the form to headquarters to receive your check out packet.
All trash must be placed in the dumpster. Please flatten all boxes, water jugs, or any other
bulky materials. In other words, “Smash that Trash”. PLEASE, no broken tents,
gateway materials or skit props in the dumpster.
In the event that the dumpster is full, please be prepared to haul your garbage out of the
campgrounds. No garbage will be left behind.
NO GARBAGE MAY BE PLACED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DUMPSTERS AND
THE LIDS AND SIDE DOORS MUST BE PROPERLY CLOSED.
Remember, “SMASH THAT TRASH”
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Appendix
The following pages provide supplemental information for the Jamboree. Pages may be added or
updated after the Jamboree Book has been distributed, so it is important that a representative
from your unit attend the next few monthly Roundtables. The appendix currently contains the
following information:
Awards List
Gateway Evaluation Criteria
Campsite Evaluation Criteria
Chariot Race Information/Rules (note changes from previous years)
Campfire Do’s and Don’ts
Jamboree Ground rules
Advanced Registration Form
Den Registration Form (IMPORTANT: To avoid confusion, turn this form in ONLY at the
Jamboree Registration Area)
Please check on Council Website for the following forms / maps
Jamboree Sitemap
District Campsite Locations
Please feel free to make copies of any forms.
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Awards List
Unit Participation Ribbon - to all units participating in the WEBELOS Jamboree
WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award Ribbon - to all dens completing the
WEBELOS Activity Field Participation Award requirements, dens must complete 8 out
of 10 activities.
Gateway Chief’s Choice- one trophy awarded
Best overall Gateway – 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place ribbons
Best Overall Campsite - to all units that have their campsites evaluated; 1st, 2nd and 3rd
place ribbons for the best campsite scores.
Chariot Race Trophies: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies for the fastest times overall.
Please note that all trophy awards will be presented at the Awards Ceremony on
Sunday. All ribbon awards will be placed in the unit check out packets. However,
the units will all be announced at the Awards Ceremony.
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Gateway Evaluation Criteria
At this time this is how the scoring will go for the Gateway competition.
The overall rules for the Competitions may be found on page 15.
Pre-fabricated gateways may NOT be used for the event.
The items being reviewed include (Maximum point values for the Gateways are in
parentheses):
Natural items (10)
Rope ends whipped (10)
Proper rope size proportion to the material being lashed (10)
Knots tight and neat (10)
Lashings tight and neat (10)
Clean safe features (10)
Creativity, imagination, keeping with Indian Lore theme: (20)
Skill in building (10)
Sturdiness of construction (10)
Working gate (10)
Pack sign (wooden) with Pack Number & Sponsor (10)
Overall appearance (20)
Adult or Boy Scout participation (DEDUCTION) (-25)
♦ NOTE/HINT: If the U.S. Flag is displayed as part of the gateway, it should be on the
right hand side as you exit.
In the event of a tie in the campsite scoring, gateways will be scored as above the break
the tie. Judges’ decisions are final.
NO TREES AT CAMP ELMORE ARE TO BE CUT.
NO HOLES ARE TO BE DUG.
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Campsite Evaluation Criteria
(Maximum point values for the Campsite are in parentheses) CAMPSITES WILL NOT BE JUDGED UNLESS AN ADULT IS PRESENT
SCOUT SPIRIT
U.S. Flag properly displayed (HINT: Right hand side as you exit) (10)
Pack flag (10)
WEBELOS Den Flags (10)
CAMPSITE
Campsite clean; no paper or trash (10)
Kitchen area clean and neat (10)
Food off ground (10)
Garbage containers closed (10)
Dishwashing area designated & clean (10)
Sleeping quarters clean and neat (all tent flaps uniform, either open or zipped
closed) (10)
SAFETY
1 fire extinguisher in tent site area (central location). (10)
Extra fire extinguisher at cooking area (10)
All fires at least 18” off the ground (10)
Fuel in safe and clearly defined/labeled area (10)
Pack First Aid Kit (visible, ready for use) (10)
Book with Medical Records Forms (for all Cub Scouts and Leaders) (10)
No vehicles or trailers are allowed in campsite (10)
SCOUTCRAFT
Tents set up properly (10)
Personal gear stored neatly (10)
Duty roster posted on bulletin board (10)
Menu posted on bulletin board (10)
Pack number and sponsor on campsite (10)
Note: This is an extremely comprehensive checklist for a model campsite planned and
erected by very experienced Cub Scouts. It is, in that sense, a goal to pursue – and one that few
can achieve. Do not be discouraged if your campsite lacks some elements. DO YOUR BEST!
This is a fun learning experience for all! We are here to have fun and participate. Competition
alone does not make a Jamboree.
Remember…DO YOUR BEST!
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Campfire Do’s & Don’ts
DO invite your Cub Scout’s families to attend. Ask them to stay with you during the
parade to the campfire.
DON’T bring a chair. There should be plenty of room for all Cub Scouts and Scouters at
the amphitheater.
DO bring blankets, ponchos, or tarps to sit on.
DON’T bring flags of any kind.
DO have at least two (2) adults with your boys at all times.
DON’T spread out too much. Stay together.
DO make sure that everyone has a flashlight or headlight for safety walking back to your
campsite
DON’T leave for the campfire until a Jamboree team member instructs you to do so.
DO keep your group quiet during the show and encourage them to participate at the
appropriate times.
DON’T leave the campfire until you’re dismissed.
HAVE FUN AND ENCOURAGE YOUR CUB SCOUTS TO
SHOW THEIR SCOUT SPIRIT
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Jamboree Ground rules
Policies and procedures of the Boy Scouts of America will be strictly observed. There will be no
exceptions. If in doubt, do not hesitate to ask for guidance or clarification at Headquarters.
Decisions of the Jamboree Chiefs are final. We will abide by the Guide to Safe Scouting
(http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/toc.aspx)
WEBELOS camping is intended to be a parent-son activity. In keeping with this
spirit, we strongly recommend that a parent must accompany every WEBELOS Scout.
The responsibility for a WEBELOS Scout without a parent attending may be given to
another adult who is not the den leader. This responsibility must be stated clearly in
writing and given to the pack leader in attendance.
All Packs must register and have present at all times a minimum of two (2) adults.
One Adult shall remain in each Pack campsite at all times.
No Pack shall encourage any school to dismiss a WEBELOS Scout early on
Friday.
Check in procedures are as follows:
Upon arrival (after 4 PM) Friday, proceed to the parking area
(unless you have a trailer) Unload vehicles at parking area and hike your gear to
your campsite.
Set up camp and send an adult to your designated Registration area with a
completed Check in form and remit any additional registration fees.
All units must check in before 10:00 PM
The Campgrounds outside the marked Jamboree area are OFF LIMITS.
Current valid BSA medical forms should accompany all WEBELOS and adult
campers. Leaders must have a home telephone AND EMERGENCY CONTACT number
for every camper. This information stays with the Pack.
(http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_AB.pdf)
WEBELOS Scouts will not carry or use knives or axes, even if they have earned
their Whittling Chip.
If WEBELOS leave their Pack or campsite for any reason, they must use the
buddy system and ask permission first.
There will be no running except during organized activities.
NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES or ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES of any nature
will be allowed within the Jamboree. Evidence of which will result in immediate
expulsion of the entire pack from the grounds with no moneys returned.
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NO OPEN FLAMES are permitted in tents. Liquid fuel (Coleman type) is
discouraged for use in campsite cooking and lighting. Propane is preferred. These fuels
may only be used by adults.
ALL FIRES (propane or charcoal preferred) shall be at least 18” off the ground
and must be supervised by an adult.
Water is readily available at Camp Elmore. Make sure all campers, Cub Scouts
and adults are well hydrated. Cub Scouts should carry a water bottle or reusable cup with
them.
During Saturday’s activities, leaders should carry adequate supplies of water for
their Cub Scouts. You may consider a wagon or small hand truck with a water cooler, to
follow the den from activity to activity. Cub Scouts should carry a water bottle or
reusable cup with them.
No vehicles are to park in the campsite area. Campsites and walkways must be
clear of vehicles at all times to allow access by emergency vehicles. Vehicles may
unload/load at Campsite and must then immediately be returned to parking lots.
The Campsite Road gates will be locked from 10 PM Friday until 8 AM Sunday.
KEEP IT SAFE FOR THE BOYS.
The WEBELOS Jamboree is a tent camping experience. No campers, travel
trailers, pop-ups, or similar type units are allowed in campsites.
No generators will be allowed, except those operated by the Jamboree committee
for headquarters, first aid and matters of safety.
Every Pack must be represented at the Friday and Saturday night Cracker-barrel
located at the Main Registration Area (headquarters).
No WEBELOS Scout will be allowed in the Main Registration area except on
business.
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Campsite inspections will be conducted at each Pack campsite under the
supervision of an inspection team, with the assistance of the adult in each campsite.
Completely closed and zipped up tents do not have to be opened for the inspection team.
The inspection team will not open any tent that is completely zipped or closed.
Parents and other WEBELOS Scouts, from participating packs, may visit
campsites after 5:00 PM on Saturday. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend the
campfire on Saturday and Scouts’ Own on Sunday.
A Scout is reverent. Scouts’ Own is on Sunday morning. ATTENDANCE is
REQUIRED.
No Pack will begin to break camp until after the closing ceremony is completed.
All WEBELOS and adult leaders from all Packs are expected to attend the closing
ceremony immediately following Scouts’ Own.
No Pack will leave on Sunday before receiving approval from headquarters.
Dumpsters will be provided. Please compress all garbage and boxes. IF
DUMPSTERS ARE FULL you must take home your garbage. The lid must be able to
close and doors slide shut. No garbage is allowed outside the dumpster.
In the event of any dispute that may arise due to scoring, campsite location, or any
other issue of the Jamboree, the Jamboree Chiefs will be advised and will make an
immediate judgment. The decision of the Jamboree Chiefs will be final.
No dish washing is allowed at the water trees or the camp bathrooms. Please
transport the water back to your campsites for these purposes.
No bicycles, roller skates, roller blades, skate boards, skate shoes, mopeds,
motorized vehicles or four wheelers are allowed. (Bicycles or roller skates may be
allowed as a preapproved organized and reserved Cub Scout Activity i.e.: Merit Badge
Course or Belt Loop Activity)
The COPE Course and surrounding area is OFF LIMITS to all campers and
guests.
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If there is any doubt about any rules, remember the twelve
points of the Scout Law.
A Scout is:
Trustworthy
Loyal
Helpful
Friendly
Courteous
Kind
Obedient
Cheerful
Thrifty
Brave
Clean
Reverent
And may we add - Patient
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2016 WEBELOS Jamboree Registration Form
You may also register online at https://sfcbsa.org/events/webelos-jamboree/
Accounting Code: 231 PLEASE MAIL TO:
WEBELOS Jamboree
South Florida Council
Boy Scouts of America
15255 NW 82 Ave
Miami Lakes, FL 33016
Attn: Registration – 2016
WEBELOS Jamboree
Location:
Location: Camp Elmore
3551 SW 142nd Ave.
Davie, FL 33330
PACK __________ of _____________________DISTRICT wishes to register for the 2015 WEBELOS
Jamboree.
Registration Cost: Camping - $15, Day Use - $10. Registration costs increase on 10/24/16 and
for walk-ins. Please see chart below.
LATE REGISTRATIONS ARE NOT GUARANTEED A PATCH
Register
before
10/24/16
# of
Scouts/
Scouters
Subto
tal Register
after
10/24/16
# of
Scouts/
Scouters S
ubto
tal Walk
-In
# of
Scouts/
Scouters
Subto
tal
Total
Camping $15 $ $20 $ $30 $
Day Use $10 $ $15 $ $20 $
Total $ $ $ $
CAMPING: ______Boys Camping ______Adults camping
Total Campers __________ Total Registration Cost $____________
_____Total expected number of tents ____We expect to have a dining fly in our campsite
____ We will be participating in the skit auditions
____ Number of Den Chiefs attending
Unit Leader to Contact at campout (Cell phone number) (Important. Please be accurate) Name:_________________________________ Contact Number: ___________________
Payment Method: Registration fee attached $________ (and/Or) Please charge unit account this amount $________
Authorized Signature____________________________________Title___________________
Please return my receipt to:
Name________________________________________Title_______________________
Address_________________________________________________________________
City_________________________________________Zip Code____________________
Pack___________District_______________________Phone_______________________
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2016 WEBELOS Jamboree
Den Registration Form
(DO NOT TURN IN THIS FORM WITH ADVANCE REGISTRATION
TURN IN ONLY AT THE REGISTRATION SITE AT THE JAMBOREE)
Pack________ District___________________ Leader__________________________
Other Adults Camping:
_________________________________ __________________________________
_________________________________ __________________________________
_________________________________ __________________________________
_________________________________ __________________________________
_________________________________ __________________________________
Dens must be limited to eight (8) \WEBELOS Scouts DEN______________________ DEN LEADER: ___________________________
WEBELOS Scouts Phone Number: ___________________________
DEN Chief: _________________________
1. _________________________________ 5. _________________________________
2. _________________________________ 6._________________________________
3. _________________________________ 7._________________________________
4. _________________________________ 8. _________________________________
DEN______________________ DEN LEADER: ___________________________
WEBELOS Scouts Phone Number: ___________________________
DEN Chief: _________________________
1. _________________________________ 5._________________________________
2. _________________________________ 6._________________________________
3. _________________________________ 7._________________________________
4. _________________________________ 8._________________________________
DEN______________________ DEN LEADER: ___________________________
WEBELOS Scouts Phone Number: ___________________________
DEN Chief: _________________________
1. _________________________________ 5._________________________________
2. _________________________________ 6._________________________________
3. _________________________________ 7._________________________________
4. _________________________________ 8._________________________________
DO NOT TURN IN THIS FORM WITH ADVANCE REGISTRATION. BRING IT WITH YOU TO
THE ON-SITE JAMBOREE REGISTRATION AT CAMP ELMORE. Please fill this form out in advance (or in your campsite Friday night) and bring it with you to the Jamboree
Registration Area before 10 PM. Feel free to make additional copies if you are registering more than four
(4) dens. Keep a copy for your records.
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Camp Elmore Map